cotto's left hook

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by luke, Oct 1, 2012.


  1. luke

    luke Well-Known Member Full Member

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    where has this wmd gone? it was the most feared punch in boxing for a long time.
     
  2. Bogotazo

    Bogotazo Amateur Full Member

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    It was there plenty against Margarito in the rematch. It didn't show up as much against Floyd as his guard protects better against left hooks than practically any other punch. Since Cotto has moved up, he has to box more and curb his aggression. I expect we'll see plenty of left hooks against Trout.
     
  3. Heavy Handed

    Heavy Handed I keep planets in orbit Full Member

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    People train to watch out/defend against it. They know it is a money punch and know it's rep.
     
  4. TyrantT316

    TyrantT316 Member Full Member

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    Yeah, I think it's still there...but he's learned to box more and not grow dependent on it...vs Floyd, it was neutralized and so he seemed to make his jab and right hand work a little better...but Floyd was still too crafty for those as well...he landed some nice jabs though...a sturdy jab can sometimes offset Mayweather, but it's not guaranteed for victory
     
  5. unsentdemon

    unsentdemon Active Member Full Member

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    You should ask Margarito's right eye about it....
     
  6. bjl12

    bjl12 Boxing Addict Full Member

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